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Description

Unleash the classic tones of the golden era of rock with the Lindy Fralin Vintage Hot ST Pickup Set. These pickups are a nod to the revered Fender models of the late '50s and early '60s and promise to elevate your guitar's voice with their authentic, open, and lively sound. Each pickup is meticulously hand-wound, using the same high-quality materials that made the originals legendary. This attention to detail ensures that your guitar's unique character shines through, even when paired with high-gain amps.

The Vintage Hot ST set is not just about nostalgia; it's about precision and clarity. Crafted with 42-gauge Formvar wire and Alnico 5 magnets, this set offers a balanced volume ratio and dynamic tonal range. The pickups are designed for specific positions—bridge, middle, and neck—ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. The middle pickup is wound with reverse polarity, a clever solution to reduce the typical hum found in single coils, allowing you to focus on your music without distractions.

Key Features:

  • Vintage hot ST standard model
  • Hand-wound with 42-gauge Formvar wire
  • Alnico 5 magnets with 1955 specifications
  • Position-specific winding for balanced volume
  • Reverse polarity middle pickup to reduce hum
  • Cut-to-size pickup cable for precise installation
  • Output Power: 6-7 K

Bring your guitar's sound to life with the Lindy Fralin Vintage Hot ST Pickup Set and experience the timeless tones that have shaped music history.

Product specs

Available since March 2009
Aktive Circuit No
Wiring 2-Conductor
Pickup Output Medium
Cap No
Colour White
Position Bridge, Middle, Neck
Stacked - hum free No
Telecaster No
Stratocaster Yes
Other No

FAQs

What kind of sound can I expect from the Fralin Pickups Vintage Hot ST Pickup Set?

The Fralin Vintage Hot ST Pickup Set delivers a classic Stratocaster sound with clear highs, balanced mids, and tight lows, making it ideal for vintage rock, blues, and clean tones.

Are the Fralin Pickups Vintage Hot ST suitable for all Stratocaster positions?

Yes, the Fralin Vintage Hot ST Pickup Set is designed for use in the bridge, middle, and neck positions of a Stratocaster, providing versatile tonal options across the guitar.

Do the Fralin Pickups Vintage Hot ST require any special wiring?

The Fralin Vintage Hot ST Pickup Set uses a standard 2-conductor wiring configuration, making it compatible with most Stratocaster setups without the need for special wiring modifications.

Are the Fralin Pickups Vintage Hot ST hum-canceling?

No, the Fralin Vintage Hot ST Pickup Set is not hum-canceling; it is designed to maintain the traditional single-coil sound, which may include some 60-cycle hum typical of vintage pickups.

What is the output level of the Fralin Pickups Vintage Hot ST?

The Fralin Vintage Hot ST Pickup Set has a medium output, providing a balanced sound suitable for a wide range of musical styles without overwhelming your amp's input.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Delivers tones similar to a 60s Stratocaster

  • Clarity with a bell-like sweetness in treble

  • Excellent response to both plectrum and finger picking

  • Distinct definition between strings with spanky attack

  • Offers a compressed sound with dynamic bass and smooth trebles

  • High-end sparkle and great bass definition

  • Creates a big, airy, sparkly 50s sound

CONS

  • Considered expensive compared to other pickups

  • May lack warmth compared to some stock pickups

Owner Insights

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Comparisons

  • Fralin Vintage Hot pickups offer more dynamic and smoother tones compared to V Mod pickups, with richer frequency response, especially noticeable in the high and low ends.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Standard setup for both pickup sets was 2.4mm on the bass side and 2mm on the treble side with the string depressed at the last fret.

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Features and functionality

  • Fralin pickups are notably more responsive to lighter touch, rewarding players with a "spanky" tone, especially on the E and B strings.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Lowering V Mod pickups improves tone and output, based on owner experimentation.

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User experience

  • Desoldering ground leads from the volume pot may require more than a 25W soldering iron, highlighting potential challenges during pickup swaps.

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Sonny Landreth

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Well, I’m kinda funny about guitars. Sometimes it’s whatever is closest to me - I’ll just grab that guitar and start working. I have the two prototype Strats that I worked on with Fender [featuring DiMarzio Fast Track DP181 and Lindy Fralin Vintage Hot singlecoils].

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